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86-01-06: 86-01-06 AIRBORNE DIVISION, PARKER HANNIFIN CORPORATION: Amendment 39-5206. Applies to the following Airborne Dry Air Pumps and Auxiliary Dry Air Pumps installed on piston engine airplanes certificated in any category: AIRBORNE PART NUMBER SERIAL NUMBERS Dry Air Pumps 241CC-13 10AA30 thru 10AA36 and 10AA38 242CW 10AA281 thru 10AA293 441CC 9AA260 thru 9AA288 9AA291, 9AA294, 9AA295 441CC-7 9AA929 thru 9AA-949 9AA953, 9AA954, 9AA956, 9AA957, 9AA959 442CW 9AA850 thru 9AA875, 9AA880 thru 9AA886, 9AA888 thru 9AA903, 9AA905 thru 9AA921, 9AA928, 9AA934, 9AA936, 9AA939, 9AA940, 9AA945 thru 9AA952, 9AA955 thru 9AA958, 9AA962 thru 9AA967 442CW-4 10AA173 thru 10AA179 10AA182 thru 10AA199 10AA201, 10AA202 442CW-12 10AA356, 10AA357, 10AA386, 10AA389 Auxiliary Dry Air Pumps 4A2-1 9AA44 thru 9AA46 4A3-1 9AA56, 9AA59 thru 9AA66, 9AA73, 9AA79 thru 9AA82, 10AA83 thru 10AA88, 10AA90 thru 10AA94, 10AA96, 10AA114, 10AA126, 10AA130, 10AA131, 10AA132, 10AA138, 10AA150, 10AA154, 10AA155, 10AA159, 10AA161 NOTE: These pumps were not available for installation before September 1, 1985. Therefore, new Airborne Dry Air Pumps or Auxiliary Dry Air Pumps installed previous to that date are exempt from this AD. Pumps that have been reworked by Airborne will have a white date code stamped on the pump housing near the discharge port. This will indicate that the pump complies with this AD. COMPLIANCE: Required as indicated, unless previously accomplished. To prevent premature failure of the Airborne Dry Air and Auxiliary Dry Air Pumps, accomplish the following: (a) For Dry Air Pumps P/N's 241CC-13, 242CW, 441CC, 441CC-7, 442CW, 442CW-4, and 442CW-12, prior to further flight in IFR conditions, inspect installed dry air pump(s) to determine if one of the subject pumps is installed. (1) If one of these pumps is installed, and if the airplane is equipped for IFR flight, fabricate using minimum 0.10 inch letters, and install a placard in full view of the pilot which states; "FLIGHT IN IFR CONDITIONS PROHIBITED", and operate in accordance with this limitation. (2) And within 15 days of the effective date of this AD, replace the subject pump and remove the placard. Return pump to Airborne as described in Airborne Service Letter No. 30, dated November 11, 1985. (b) For Airborne Auxiliary Dry Air Pump P/N 4A2-1 or 4A3-1, prior to further flight in IFR conditions, inspect the auxiliary dry air pump if installed, to determine if one of the subject pumps is installed. (1) If one of these pumps is installed, fabricate using a minimum of 0.10 inch letters and install a placard in full view of the pilot which states; "STANDBY VACUUM SYSTEM MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO VACUUM PUMP MALFUNCTION". (2) And within 30 days of the effective date of this AD, replace the subject pump and remove the placard. Return pump to Airborne as described in Airborne Service Letter No. 30, dated November 11, 1985. (c) Aircraft may be flown in accordance with FAR 21.197 to a location where this AD can be accomplished. (d) An equivalent method of compliance with this AD, if used, must be approved by the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office, 2300 East Devon Avenue, Room 232, Des Plaines, Illinois 60018, Telephone (312) 694-7357. All persons affected by this directive may obtain copies of the documents referred to herein upon request to Betty Annable, Parker Hannifin Corp., Airborne Division, 711 Taylor Street, Elyria, Ohio 44036 or the FAA, Rules Docket, Office of the Regional Counsel, Room 1558, 601 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. This amendment becomes effective on January 31, 1986.
89-21-08: 89-21-08 CASA: Amendment 39-6348. Docket No. 89-NM-125-AD. Applicability: All Model C-212 series airplanes, certificated in any category. Compliance: Required within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, unless previously accomplished. To prevent airframe damage due to flutter caused by certain single failure conditions of the trim control system components, accomplish the following: A. Replace elevator, rudder, and aileron trim control system components, in accordance with CASA Service Bulletin 212-27-25, Revision 6, dated February 24, 1989. B. An alternate means of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time, which provides an acceptable level of safety, may be used when approved by the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, FAA, Northwest Mountain Region. NOTE: The request should be forwarded through an FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector (PMI), who will either concur or comment and then send it to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113. C. Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate airplanes to a base in order to comply with the requirements of this AD. All persons affected by this directive who have not already received the appropriate service documents from the manufacturer may obtain copies upon request to Construcciones Aeronatuicas S.A. (CASA) Getafe, Madrid, Spain. These documents may be examined at the FAA, Northwest Mountain Region, Transport Airplane Directorate, 17900 Pacific Highway South, Seattle, Washington, or the Standardization Branch, 9010 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, Washington. This AD supersedes AD 87-18-08 (Amendment 39-5724) as revised by AD 87-18-08 R1 (Amendment 39-6013) which became effective on October 11, 1988. This amendment (39-6348, AD 89-21-08) becomes effective on October 5, 1989.
2017-14-16: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This AD requires removing the fasteners attaching the machined center fitting to the rear spar frame lower flange splice, inspecting the fasteners and fastener holes for damage, reworking and repairing the fastener holes, as applicable, and replacing the fasteners. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that certain fasteners attaching the machined rear spar center fitting to the frame were installed with a gap between the fastener head and the structure, or were installed tilted. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2017-14-08: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain CFM International S.A. (CFM) CFM56-3, -3B, and -3C turbofan engines. This AD was prompted by a report of dual-engine loss of thrust control (LOTC) that resulted in an air turn back. This AD requires initial and repetitive checks of the variable stator vane (VSV) actuation system in the high-pressure compressor (HPC). We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-24-20: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, -15, -30, -30F (KC-10A and KDC-10 military), and -40 series airplanes; and Model MD-10-10F series airplanes, that requires an inspection to verify that the wire connections at circuit breakers are properly connected, and correction of any incorrect wire connection at the circuit breakers. This amendment is necessary to prevent loss of protection by the circuit breakers in the flight engineer's equipment panel due to improperly wired connections at the circuit breakers, which could result in wire damage and could lead to smoke and/or fire in the cockpit. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2001-24-28: This amendment supersedes an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-8 series airplanes, that currently requires repetitive visual and eddy current inspections to detect cracking of the rudder pedals adjuster hub assembly, and replacement of the assembly with a new assembly, if necessary. This amendment requires accomplishment of a terminating action for the repetitive inspections. This amendment also adds airplanes to the applicability of the existing AD. This amendment is prompted by the FAA's determination that further rulemaking is necessary. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent loss of rudder pedals control and reduction of braking capability.
2001-24-13: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10, -20, -30, and - 40 series airplanes, that requires rework and reidentification of certain reflector assemblies of the passenger ceiling lights; and installation of a support channel above the reflector, as applicable. This amendment is prompted by reports of heat damaged lamp reflectors and scorched insulation blankets in the main cabin due to the lamps inside the reflectors creating high temperatures. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent overheating of the lamp reflectors, which could result in smoke and fire in the main cabin.
2017-14-01: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-10-03, which applied to all Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. AD 2013-10-03 required one-time inspections for deformation and damage of the bogie beams of the main landing gear (MLG); repetitive inspections for damage and corrosion of the sliding piston sub-assembly on certain airplanes; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This new AD removes Model A340-500 and 600 series airplanes from the applicability; removes certain one-time inspections of the MLG bogie beams and the sliding piston sub-assembly; revises certain compliance times; and requires replacement of certain MLGs with MLGs having an improved bogie beam, which constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections on the modified MLG. This AD was prompted by reports of corroded and cracked bogie beams under the bogie stop pad. We are issuingthis AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-24-16: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10, -20, -30, -40, and -50 series airplanes and C-9 airplanes. This AD requires an inspection to detect chafing or damage at the conduit and support bracket interface in the forward electrical power center (EPC); and repair or replacement of wires with new wires, if necessary. For certain airplanes, this AD also requires installation of grommets on the conduits of the forward EPC. These actions are necessary to prevent chafing of electrical cables in the forward EPC and a possible short within a conduit, which could result in smoke and fire in the cockpit. These actions are intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2023-03-10: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Schempp-Hirth Flugzeugbau GmbH Model Duo Discus and Duo Discus T gliders. This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI identifies the unsafe condition as cracks in the connecting tube of the elevator U-bracket of the horizontal tail, which could compromise the stiffness of the elevator control system and of the attachment of the horizontal tail. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the elevator U-bracket for cracks and broken weld seams, the rear connection between the horizontal tail and the rear attachment on the fuselage for play and softness, and the foam support for compression between the vertical and horizontal tail, and replacing or repairing damaged parts as applicable. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-24-22: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, -10F, -30, -30F (KC-10A and KDC-10), -40, and -40F series airplanes; and Model MD-10-10F series airplanes. This AD requires an inspection of the power feeder cable assembly of the auxiliary power unit (APU) for chafing, correct type of clamps, and proper clamp installation; and corrective actions, if necessary. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent loss of the APU generator due to chafing of the generator power feeder cables, and consequent electrical arcing and smoke/fire in the APU compartment. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2001-24-26: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Airbus Model A300 B2 and B4, A300 B4-600 and B4-600R, and A310 series airplanes, that requires modification of the terminal blocks of the starter feeder line of the auxiliary power unit (APU). This action is necessary to prevent slackness and subsequent overheat and arcing of certain wiring connections. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
92-21-02: 92-21-02 FOKKER: Amendment 39-8382. Docket No. 92-NM-107-AD. Applicability: Model F28 Mark 0100 series airplanes; serial numbers 11262 through 11267, inclusive, and 11270 through 11376, inclusive; certificated in any category. Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent an incorrect rudder deflection, accomplish the following: (a) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the Limitations Section of the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) as follows. Paragraph (a)(1) of this AD may be accomplished by inserting a copy of this AD into the AFM. (1) Add the following to Section 2.04.01, SPEED LIMITATIONS: "MINIMUM V1 ON DRY OR WET RUNWAY IS 110 KNOTS. MINIMUM V1 ON ICY RUNWAY IS 117 KNOTS." (2) Amend Section 2.05.01, WEATHER LIMITATIONS, as follows: "MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE CROSS-WIND COMPONENT FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING. . . . . . . . . . 25 KNOTS" (3) Amend Section 2.08.01, AFCAS LIMITATIONS, as follows: "DO NOT ENGAGE AP WHILE AFCAS IS IN TAKEOFF MODE. APPROACH/LANDING IN LAND MODE (GS/LOC IN FMA) DISENGAGE AP AT 1,500 FEET AGL AND CONTINUE APPROACH ON FLIGHT DIRECTOR." (b) Within 45 days after the effective date of this AD, inspect to determine the dimensions of the autopilot rudder servo input brackets of the rudder post assembly, part numbers 77938-003 and 77939- 003, in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-027-041, dated February 24, 1992. If brackets with incorrect dimensions are found, prior to further flight, replace those brackets in accordance with the service bulletin. (c) After accomplishment of paragraph (b) of this AD, the limitations required by paragraphs (a)(1), (a)(2), and (a)(3) of this AD may be removed from the FAA-approved Airplane Flight Manual. (d) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate. Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, Standardization Branch, ANM-113. NOTE: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the Standardization Branch, ANM-113. (e) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. (f) The inspection and replacement shall be done in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-027-041, dated February 24, 1992. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Part 51. Copies may be obtained from Fokker Aircraft USA, Inc., 1199 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. (g) This amendment becomes effective on November 24, 1992.
2017-13-07: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that a main landing gear (MLG) door could not be closed due to rupture of the actuator fitting. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the MLG door actuator fitting and its components, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires eventual replacement of all affected MLG door actuator fittings with new monoblock fittings, which would terminate the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2001-24-14: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10, -20, -30, -40, and -50 series airplanes; C-9 airplanes; and Model DC-9-81, -82, -83, and -87 series airplanes, that requires an inspection of the power feeder bus cables of the auxiliary power unit (APU) for overheat damage between certain fuselage stations; and corrective action(s), if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent loose terminal stud connections and consequent damage to the small copper terminals, which could result in overheating of the wires at the terminal strip. Such overheating could cause an electrical failure and could result in smoke and fire in the electrical/electronic compartment. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2001-24-19: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10, -20, -30, -40, and -50 series airplanes; C-9 airplanes; Model DC-9-81, -82, -83, and -87 series airplanes; and Model MD-88 airplanes, that requires an inspection to detect chafing or overheat damage of the electrical wires located at fuselage station Y=110.000 bulkhead of the lower nose left tunnel; and corrective actions, if necessary. This AD also requires replacing the external power ground stud with a new ground stud using new attaching parts, torquing new attachments, and installing a nameplate. This action is necessary to prevent loose external power ground wires, which could cause arcing and overheated wire insulation and consequent smoke/fire in the cockpit. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.\n\n\nDATES: Effective January 16 2002. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved bythe Director of the Federal Register as of January 16, 2002.
52-01-06: 52-01-06 BELL: (Applies to All Model 47 series Helicopters Having Covered Tail Booms. Compliance required at next 300-hour overhaul, but not later than March 1, 1952. To prevent the main rotor striking the tail boom as a result of boom deflection when yawing at high forward speed, install the 47-706-211-1 or -2 spoiler on the tail boom. (Note: Spoiler must not be installed on any helicopter having an uncovered tail boom.) (Bell Service Bulletin No. 81 covers this same subject.)
2017-13-10: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2003-18-06, which applied to certain Airbus Model A319-131 and -132 airplanes; Model A320-231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-131 and -231 airplanes. AD 2003-18-06 required installing new anti-swivel plates and weights on the engine fan cowl door (FCD) latches and a new cowl door hold-open device. This AD retains the previous actions and requires modifying the engine FCDs, installing placards, and re-identifying the FCDs. This AD also adds airplanes to the applicability. This AD was prompted by reports of additional engine FCD in-flight losses, and a new FCD front latch and keeper assembly that has been developed to address this unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
95-15-13: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to Jetstream Aircraft Limited (JAL) Jetstream Models 3101 and 3201 airplanes. This action requires inspecting the main passenger/crew door locking mechanism to ensure that a taper pin is installed, installing a taper pin if not already installed, and modifying the passenger door warning system. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent the inability to open the passenger/crew door or failure of the passenger door warning system, which could result in passenger injury if emergency evacuation is needed.
77-14-18: 77-14-18 SIAI-MARCHETTI: Amendment 39-2968. Applies to F.260 and F.260B airplanes, Serial Numbers 101 thru 125, 2-26 thru 2-61, 3-76, 3-77, 3-78, 3-80, 3-84, 502, 10-09, and 20-01, certificated in all categories. Compliance is required as indicated, unless already accomplished. To prevent structural failure and possible loss of airplane control due to fatigue cracks surrounding the control surface hinge bracket attachment holes, accomplish the following: (a) Comply with paragraph (c) of this AD in accordance with the following schedule: (1) For airplanes with 1000 or less hours time in service on the effective date of this AD, within the next 25 hours time in service unless accomplished within the past 475 hours time in service, and thereafter in accordance with subparagraph (3) of this paragraph. (2) For airplanes with more than 1000 hours time in service on the effective date of this AD, within the next 10 hours time in service, unless accomplished within the past 190 hours time in service, and thereafter in accordance with subparagraph (3) of this paragraph. (3) Continue to comply with paragraph (c) of this AD at intervals not to exceed 500 hours time in service until reaching 1000 hours total time in service and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 200 hours time in service. (b) The inspections required by paragraph (c) of this AD may be terminated - (1) With respect to individual affected areas upon compliance with paragraph (d) of this AD; or (2) Upon accomplishment of paragraph (e) of this AD. (c) Inspect the areas surrounding the control surfaces hinge bracket attachment holes for cracks using dye penetrant in accordance with - (1) SIAI Marchetti Mandatory Service Bulletins listed in paragraph (f) of this AD; (2) SIAI Marchetti Mandatory Service Bulletin S.B. No. 260B16 dated April 2, 1976; or (3) An FAA-approved equivalent of bulletins specified in paragraph (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (d) If a crack is found during the inspection required by paragraph (c) of this AD, before further flight, modify and repair the affected area in accordance with appropriate SIAI Marchetti Mandatory Service Bulletin listed in paragraph (f) of this AD, or an FAA-approved equivalent. (e) For areas where no cracks are found as a result of any inspection required by this AD, within the next 1,000 hours time in service after the effective date of this AD, perform the modifications and repairs specified in the SIAI Marchetti Mandatory Service Bulletins listed in paragraph (f) of this (AD), or FAA- approved equivalents. (f) The applicable areas and Service Bulletins are as follows: Affected Area Applicable Service Bulletin (1) Wing Rear Spar in the Flaps and Aileron Hinge Bracket Area S.B. 260B21 dated September 24, 1976. (2) Flaps Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B22 dated September 24, 1976. (3) Aileron Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B23 dated September 24, 1976. (4) Horizontal Stabilizer (Empennage) Rear Spar Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B24 dated September 24, 1976. (5) Rudder Spar Upper Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B25 dated September 24, 1976. (6) Elevator Outboard Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B26 dated September 24, 1976. (7) Horizontal Stabilizer Outboard Hinge Bracket Attachment Area S.B. 260B27 dated September 24, 1976. This amendment becomes effective July 28, 1977.
2001-24-24: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10 and -30 series airplanes, that requires an inspection of the power feeder cable for evidence of chafing, and repair of any chafed power feeder cable. This amendment also requires replacement of the wiring support clip (standoff) of the power feeder cable with a new, improved wiring support clip. This action is necessary to prevent chafing and arcing of the power feeder cable and adjacent airplane structure and system components, and consequent smoke/fire in an engine nacelle. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2017-13-11: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Model G-IV airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that the G-IV gust lock system allows more throttle travel than was intended and could allow the throttle to be advanced to reach take-off thrust. This AD requires modification of the gust lock system, and a revision of the maintenance or inspection program to incorporate functional tests. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
2010-26-04: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above that are equipped with Thielert Aircraft Engine GmbH (TAE) Engine Model TAE-125-01 installed per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) No. SA03303AT. This AD requires installing a full authority digital engine control (FADEC) backup battery, replacing the supplement pilot's operating handbook and FAA approved airplane flight manual, and revising the limitations section of the supplement airplane maintenance manual. This AD was prompted by an incident where an airplane experienced an in-flight engine shutdown caused by a momentary loss of electrical power to the FADEC. We are issuing this AD to prevent interruption of electrical power to the FADEC, which could result in an uncommanded engine shutdown. This failure could lead to a loss of engine power.
2001-24-18: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC-9-10, -30, and -40 series airplanes and C-9 airplanes, that requires revising the wiring of the sidewall lights in the forward and aft passenger compartment. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent the control switch of the cabin sidewall lights on the forward attendant's panel from overheating, which could result in shorting of the dim, bright, and power terminals, and consequent smoke/fire in the passenger compartment. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.
2017-13-01: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a crack in a certain body station (BS) frame inboard chord during supplemental structural inspection document (SSID) inspections. This AD requires repetitive detailed and high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for any crack at the frame inboard chords, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.